JBL Live 220BT

JBL Live 220BT

Wireless in-ear neckband headphones

Sold from 2019 until now

Getting started with your JBL Live 220BT

Getting started with your JBL Live 220BT

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Product Specifications

Driver size (mm)
8
Driver sensitivity at 1kHz/1mW (dB)
104
Dynamic frequency response range (Hz)
20Hz - 20kHz
Impedance (ohms)
31
Number of drivers per ear
1
Weight (g)
1.1
Bluetooth version
4.2
Charging time (hours from empty)
2
Maximum play time (hours)
10
Bluetooth
Yes
Charging cable
Yes
Voice Assistant integration
Yes
Ambient Aware
Yes
Built-in Microphone
Yes
Hands Free Call
Yes
Multi-Point Connection
Yes
Rechargable battery
Yes
TalkThru
Yes
True Wireless
Yes
Wireless
Yes

Wireless in-ear neckband headphones

Make the most out of every moment and keep in touch with your world in style with the JBL LIVE 220BT. Delivering JBL Signature Sound, wireless connectivity with easy access to the Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa, the JBL LIVE 220BT enables seamless integration to every part of your world. Playing your favorite playlist or text a friend without glancing at your phone is made easy. And if you want to still hear what's happening around you or talk to your friends with your headphones on, just activate the Ambient Aware and the TalkThru technologies. If after 10 hours (maximum) of duty the battery goes flat you can recharge the JBL LIVE 220BT for just 15 minutes to gain up to an extra hour. The flexible neckband sits comfortably behind your neck and allows you to fold the headphones to fit easily in a pocket once you’re done. Crafted with premium materials in a wide range of colors, the JBL LIVE 220BT headphones keep you connected hands-free thanks to the 4-button remote with microphone. The multi-point connection seamlessly switches between a video and a call from two separate devices, allowing you to control your calls and never miss a beat. Once not using them, you can conveniently wear the headphones around your neck, thanks to the magnetic buds.

The legendary JBL Signature Sound as found at concerts, in the studio and in the home is now available in a headphone.
Enjoy long-lasting fun and fast recharging thanks to best in class 10 hours (maximum) play time and 2 hour charge. A 15-minute recharge provides up to an extra hour of battery.
Don’t let the music stop! Stay in touch with your surroundings while listening to your tunes. A touch of the Ambient Aware dedicated button increases the ambient sound and lets you hear what’s happening around you. The TalkThru mode drops the music level down, allowing you to talk to your friends without removing your headphones.
Play your favorite playlist, text your friend, check the weather and much more by simply activating Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa with a dedicated button. Use the all-new JBL App to easily access the two virtual assistants and set your preferred one.
Stream wirelessly from Bluetooth enabled smartphones, tablets and televisions.
Effortlessly switch from listening to music on your portable device to a call from your phone, so that you never miss a call.
Easily control music, phone calls and access with the easily accessible remote and microphone controls.
Designed to flow naturally with the contours of your head and neck, the headphones rest securely and comfortably even throughout the longest playlists and then allow you to fold the headphones in your pocket.
Personalize your listening experience by tweaking the JBL LIVE 220BT sound preferences via the free My JBL Headphones App.
Magnetic ear tips ensure tangle-free convenience while the headphones are not in use. Premium materials make the headphones look as good as they sound.

FAQs & How-Tos

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  • This headphone does not support aptX, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency audio codecs.
  • Yes, there are two ways to disable the voice assistant feature.
    1) double tap the left ear cup, or 2) In the My JBL Headphones app, de-select both assistants.
  • Yes, both voice assistants are supported by the JBL LIVE headphones.
    Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant must be selected as the default voice assistant through the My JBL Headphones app.
    The two voice assistants cannot be used simultaneously. You can always change your default voice assistant through the My JBL Headphones app.
  • Yes, the headphones have Multipoint Connection, which allows you to switch seamlessly between the connected devices. 
  • If you are experiencing issues getting the app to communicate with your headphones, (assuming you have already paired the headphones with the device) go into the communication apps audio settings. You will likely find the resolution there. You may have to set your headphones as the ‘communication device’ within the app you are using.

  • To pair the JBL LIVE headphones the first time, switch the headphone on, look for the blinking blue light indicating pairing mode. Switch on Bluetooth on your source device, find the JBL LIVE headphones in Settings > Bluetooth and confirm pairing. To pair the JBL LIVE headphones from the second time onwards, or to link them with a different device, press and hold the power button until the blue flashing light is visible. 
  • With the headphones switched ON, press and hold both volume buttons for more than 5 seconds.
    Your headphones are now reset to factory status.
     
  • • Always have clear line of sight between your Bluetooth device (speaker, headphones etc.) and source device (Smartphone/tablet/PC etc). Be aware of obstacles in front of your devices.

    • Try to shutdown other products that have Bluetooth, but are not being used. They are often the reason for interference even though they are not being used.

    • Do not stand too close to your Wi-Fi router since a Wi-Fi signal is stronger and in many cases will "overlap" the connection.

    • Be aware of walls around you. Concrete and brick walls will often interrupt the signal, as it cannot pass through such thick walls.

    • Bluetooth signals cannot travel through water, which includes the human body. Make sure with wireless headphones to keep your source device and the receiver on the same side of your body.

    • Open spaces such as parks can cause issues for your devices, as open air is "bad" for any Bluetooth signal if it cannot reflect from objects around you.
  • Visit the App Store and download the ‘Amazon Alexa’ App.

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    1. Click the Plus(+) button on the top right of the screen.
    2. Then select ‘Add Device‘.
    3. Select headphones from the list and then choose your Headphones from the list of available devices.
    4. Follow the rest of the instructions in the Alexa App to complete the setup.
  • If not pre-installed on your Android device, visit your App store to download the ‘Google Assistant’ App.

    After you have paired your JBL headphones to your device via Bluetooth, you should receive a pop-up notification (pictured below). Please tap the notification on your device to start the Google Assistant setup. You will now be directed to the Google Assistant App.

    Step 1

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    Follow the steps to connect and pair “JBL XXXX-LE” (depends on your model) with your devices.
    Once set up is complete, you will see the below screen:

    Step 2

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    PLEASE NOTE: In order to verbally interact with your Google Assistant via the headphone you must turn on the ‘Spoken Notifications’ in the Google Assistant App. This can be found under: Assistant Devices > Notifications. Alternatively, your JBL headphones can be added to the Google Assistant App manually by adding them as a Bluetooth device if this was not done when first paired. Google Assistant must be selected as your chosen voice assistant in the settings of the My JBL Headphones App also.
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